2021届弋阳县朱坑中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及参考答案.pdf

2021 届弋阳县朱坑中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及参考答案 第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分 40 分）第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项 A Conservation Volunteering in New Zealand Whether you are a student,professional or a retiree(退休者),anyone is welcome to make a difference and contribute to protecting some of the most beautiful islands in the world.Choose a suitable city and travelout to your conservation(保护)site to work with local people!Duration:1-12 weeks Dates:Throughout the year Arrival day:Friday Return day:Friday Requirement:General level of fitness Age:18+What will I be doing?Volunteer in New Zealand and enjoy conserving the environment through activities such as:Tree planting Walking trail construction Protect native birds,insects,fish and penguins Seed collection Weed control You,and a group of up to 10 volunteers,will work under the guidance of a conservation team leader.Your team leader will give you regular safety instructions,inform you of the project aims and assist you with working effectively.No previous experience is necessary to join the project.All you need is a love of the environment and a fairly good level of fitness to help out!1.Who can sign up for this conservation volunteering project?A.A retired maths teacher.B.A primary school student.C.A scientist with heart disease.D.A businessman in a wheelchair.2.What can you do on the volunteer trip?A.Protect cultural sites and go shopping.B.Enjoy local sightseeing and go fishing.C.Protect weeds and build roads.D.Collect seeds and plant trees.3.From which is the text probably taken?A.A history book.B.A travel magazine.C.A research paper.D.A novel.B One billion people in the world are short of water.How can this problem be solved.Some suggestions have been to desalinate ocean water or to build enormous water pipelines from areas where water is abundant.(Suggestions such as these prove extremely expensive when they are actually used.)One possibility that scientists are considering is pulling icebergs from either the North Pole or the South Pole to parts of the world with a water shortage.Although many questions must be answered before such a project could be tried,moving icebergs seems a reasonable possibility in the future.Engineers,mathematicians,and glaciologists from a dozen countries have been considering the iceberg as a future source of water.Saudi Arabia is particularly interested in this project because it has a great water shortage.Scientists estimate that it would take 128 days to transport a large iceberg(about 1/2 square mile)to Saudi Arabia.Yet the iceberg would be completely melted by the 104th day.Therefore,insulation would be essential,but how to insulate the iceberg remains an unsolved problem.The problems in transporting an iceberg are numerous.The first problem is choosing the iceberg to pull.The icebergs that form in the North Pole are quite difficult to handle because of their shape.Only a small portion extends above the water most of the iceberg is below the surface,which would make it difficult to pull.South Pole icebergs,on the other hand,are flat and float like table tops.Thus they would be much easier to move.How can a 200-million-ton iceberg be moved.No ship is strong enough to pull such enormous weight through the water.Perhaps several ships could be used.Attaching ropes to an iceberg this size is also an enormous problem.Engineers think that large nails or long metal rods could be driven into the ice.What would happen if the iceberg splits into several pieces during the pulling.Even if an iceberg with very few cracks were chosen,how could it be pulled through stormy waters.Furthermore,once the iceberg reached its destination,very few ports would be deep enough to store it.All of these problems must be solved before icebergs can become a reasonable source of water.Yet scientists estimate that it will be possible to transport them in the near future.Each year,enough icebergs form to supply the whole world with fresh water for a full year.In addition,icebergs are free and nonpolluting.As a solution to the worlds water problems,icebergs may be a workable possibility.4.What is a problem in transporting iceberg?A.The size of the iceberg.B.The colour of the iceberg.C.The salt in the iceberg.D.The movement of air and water.5.What is the author attitude towards transporting iceberg?A.Pessimistic.B.Objective.C.Optimistic.D.Unconcerned.6.What does the last paragraph mainly tell us?A.It is hard to use iceberg.B.Iceberg are a good choice.C.There are problems with iceberg.D.Man finds no other ways to solve water shortage.7.What can be a suitable title for the text?A.Shortage of water.B.Icebergs for water.C.Scientists and icebergs.D.Icebergscientists headache.C The AI research arm of Alibaba created a machine learning model that received a higher score on the Stanford Question Answering Dataset than humans.The database consists of more than 100,000 questions to test reading comprehension.In early January this year the Alibaba AI software machine scored 82.44 on the test while humans scored 82.304.Besides,computers and AI have already defeated humans,for example in games such as chess.However,it seemed that language skills were superior in humans as machines find languages hard to master.A large number of call center employees,often in developing countries,may be out of work soon if the AI robots are cheaper and as effective as human labor.Soon when you phone a company for information the conversation will go like this:“We are sorry but all our robots are busy right now.We value your call.Please stay on the line until a robot is free to serve you.There are just 12 callers ahead of you.”A robot will serve you some popular tunes while you wait.Si Luo,who is a chief scientist of natural language processing at Alibabas AI research group noted that questions such as“What causes rain?”can now be answered with a high degree of accuracy by robots.Si Luo said,“We believe the foundational technology can be gradually applied to a lot of applications such as customer service,museum tutorials,and online responses to inquiries from patients,freeing human efforts in a new way.”Si Luos team is working closely with Ali Xiaomi,a mobile customer service chatbot.Ali Xiaomi can be customized to be used on Alibabas platforms such as Taobao and Tmall.The new AI robots could answer consumers questions as they did the Stanford questions.The robots would look for the answers from prepared information.However,there are limits to what the system will be able to do.If questions do not have clear-cut answers,or the questions asked are too unclear or ungrammatical,the robot may not be able to deal with them.8.What can we learn about the Alibaba AI software machine?A.It has been tested in some areas.B.It has become popular since January.C.It has offered a special learning style.D.It has made people interested in reading.9.What does the example in paragraph 3 show about the AI robots?A.They should have better language skills.B.They may replace humans in some fields.C.They need to be customized to serve customers.D.They will be widely used in developing countries.10.How does Si Luo feel about the foundational technology?A.Doubtful.B.Worried.C.Curious.D.Confident.11.What can we infer from the lastparagraph about Ali Xiaomi?A.It needs to improve in some ways.B.It is connected with another system.C.It is a platform to show good service.D.It can answer any questions accordingly.D The United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)included on December 17,2020 Chinas Tai Chi on the Representative List of the Intangible（无形的）Cultural Heritage of Humanity.The decision was announced during the online meeting of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage held from December 14 to19 inKingston,capital ofJamaica.“Born in the mid-17th century in a small village named Chenjiagou located in Central Chinas Henan province,Tai Chi is not only a kind of traditional Wushu integrated with slow movements and deep breathing,but is also deeply rooted in many areas of Chinese culture,such as medicine and philosophy,”Zhu Xianghua says,who is the son of the famous Tai Chi master Zhu Tiancai.Although it has spread to more than 150 countries and regions,attracting more than 100 million people to practice,the idea that Tai Chi is for the elderly has stopped many young people practicing the ancient Wushu.They think of it as a slow exercise,which is specially made and better suited for their grandparents.Instead,many young people are turning to the Indian practice of yoga（瑜伽）to relieve stress,which was placed on the UNESCOs List in 2019.In order to promote Tai Chi,joint efforts have been made from individuals and the Chinese government in the last decades.Xian Jiaotong University requires students to learn Tai Chi.Wang Yunbing,a professor in the universitys sports center,stressed that Tai Chi is not only good physical exercise-researchers from the American College of Rheumatology find that it can help manage several diseases but is also conned ted to ancient Chinese eivilization.Since 2014,the World Tai Chi Championships have been held every two years by the International Wushu Federation.It provides a platform for communication and learning between the Tai Chi masters and Tai Chi lovers around the globe.In January 2020,Tai Chi became an official event in the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games.12.What does Zhu Xianghua say about Tai Chi in paragraph 2?A.It originated from fast Kung Fu action.B.It was born around the 1750s in a village.C.It is related to other cultural fields ofChina.D.It integrates Chinese medicine and western philosophy.13.Why do some young people choose to practice yoga instead of Tai Chi?A.They think it easier to practice yoga to keep fit.B.The elderly stop young people practicing Tai Chi.C.They consider Tai Chi is custom-built for old people.D.Yoga was included in the world culture earlier than Tai Chi.14.What is the main purpose of the last paragraph?A.To promote contemporary Chinese civilization.B.To show many efforts made to popularize Tai Chi.C.To stress the importance of Chinese Tai Chi masters.D.To advise people to practise Tai Chi to cure diseases.15.Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A.Tai Chi Steps on the UNESCOs List.B.Tai Chi isCompeting against Yoga.C.Tai Chi Has Regained populate Globally.D.Opinions Greatly Differ on Tai Chi and Yoga.第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 10 分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项 How to Make a Friend Smile!Its the easiest way to let someone know that youre nice！_16_You may notice at first that it feels strange to smile a lot，but over time，youll find that onesmile can really make a difference in your life.Be fun!_17_Think about the people you most enjoy being withusually they are always on the up and up.Being fun makes people happy and brightens the way they think of you.It makes you seem like you truly love life and you can deal with any problems that you have to face.Listen!Good conversations are important when you want to make a new friend，and sometimes you just have to be quiet and listen.When you do get chatting，pay attention to what theyre saying._18_Phew!Its hard work making new friends，but its worth it!_19_ Ask people who take classes with you questions about what they study today._20_Other great conversation starters are upcoming events and holidays，sports，food，music，etc.If theyre listening to their iPods，ask what their favourite music is.Its the best way to get a conversation started because it needs an answer and they have to answer you!A.Change!B.Ask a question!C.Classwork is a great icebreaker.D.Say“hello”and see what happens.E.And dont just talk about yourself all the time.F.Even the shyest person can manage a little smile.G.We all prefer spending time with people who make us feel happy.第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 45 分）第一节（共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项 I was at the market at 5 p.m.to pick up a few essentials:Cream forcoffee,eggs for breakfast and Advil for my_21_.After rushing all day doing jobs,I did not want to be_22_,to say the least.But I told myself it was my_23_stop before going home to put my feet up.So I_24_a parking place,grabbed a bag from the trunk and found a shopping cart.Thats when I saw her.She was_25_in a shopping cart.She looked to be maybe 9-months old,short blond curls,blue eyes.I couldnt take my_26_off her.Then I did what I always do with_27_:I gave her my best smile.It may have looked a bit mad,_28_it comes from my heart.Thats a(an)_29_I formed long ago when I became a mother.It started with my child,in that_30_,life-changing moment of her birth.At times,my smile would fade to a look of_31_or worry,but it never left my face for long.Ive learned that everyone needs a_32_sometimes,young and old,friends and_33_,even those at the market in a rush to get home.She took her_34_deciding just what to make of my smile.But finally,she_35_.I wish you could have seen her.I laughed and waved goodbye.And she_36_me a kiss.That put a smile on my face that got a smile_37_from every shopper I passed.I was_38_smiling when I got home and realized Id forgotten to get Advil._39_,I didnt need it.My headache was gone.Somehow,in that simple_40_of smiles,this weary old world becomes a better place.If youre lucky,maybe theyll even blow you a kiss and make your headache go away.21.A.headache B.toothache C.cough D.cold 22.A.walking B.working C.driving D.shopping 23.A.first B.best C.last D.worst 24.A.spotted B.bought C.got D.drew 25.A.sitting B.sleeping C.lying D.standing 26.A.breath B.eyes C.hands D.bag 27.A.shoppers B.children C.girls D.strangers 28.A.because B.so C.and D.but 29.A.hobby B.memory C.experience D.habit 30.A.familiar B.imaginary C.unforgettable D.bitter 31.A.fear B.warmth C.curiousness D.fantasy 32.A.comfort B.smile C.greeting D.respect 33.A.strangers B.families C.enemies D.s 34.A.turn B.toys C.courage D.time 35.A.spoke up B.lit up C.stood up D.backed up 36.A.blew B.waved C.hugged D.gave 37.A.in surprise B.with care C.with fear D.in return 38.A.always B.ever C.still D.just 39.A.Regularly B.Sadly C.Luckily D.Frankly 40.A.discussion B.exchange C.creation D.bargain 第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式 When in 1984 I.M.Pei,then the most sought-after architect inAmerica,_41._(present)his plans for a 70-foot glass pyramid in the l8th-century courtyard of the Louvre,the general_42._(react)was anger.BecauseMr.Peiwas Chinese-American,he_43._(apparent)had no understanding of the Louvre,orParis,orFrance.However,these remarks did not annoy him.With quick enthusiasm and wide smiles,he took them.He had been asked to design_44._new entrance for the museum and,_45._everyones surprise,instead of adding on some concrete block,he had created a great welcoming space:put a winding staircase underground and capped it with a ray of light,_46._did not hurt the old facades(外墙).When he was a child,his imagination_47._(shape)by